On behalf of our client, a ship management company, we are looking for an HSQE Officer to be based at their offices in Limassol, Cyprus.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists in the implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Company’s Integrated Management System (ISM, ISO and other applicable standards).
- Supports the development, review, and revision of company procedures, manuals, and HSQE documentation.
- Ensures compliance with applicable maritime regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies.
- Monitors corrective and preventive actions arising from audits, inspections, incidents, and non-conformities.
- Assists in planning, coordinating, and monitoring Internal Audits and Vessel Inspections in accordance with the Company’s Safety Management System.
- Supports preparations for external audits, including ISM, ISO, TMSA, SIRE 2.0, RightShip, Flag State, Port State Control, Class, and customer inspections.
- Maintains tracking systems for observations, deficiencies, non-conformities, incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
- Assists in the preparation and analysis of safety performance reports and management review presentations.
- Monitors and updates HSQE Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of statutory, class, and trading certificates for assigned vessels.
- Ensures HSQE records are maintained in accordance with company procedures and applicable ISO requirements.
- Supports document control activities and maintain electronic and hard-copy filing systems.
- Monitors certificate validity and coordinate renewals with relevant stakeholders.
- Assists in the investigation and follow-up of incidents, accidents, near misses, and environmental occurrences.
- Supports the promotion of safety culture and environmental awareness throughout the fleet and office.
- Monitors compliance with environmental requirements, including MARPOL and related regulations.
- Assists in the development and implementation of safety campaigns, alerts, and lessons learned.
- Liaises with Masters, Chief Engineers, and shipboard personnel regarding HSQE matters, documentation, and follow-up actions.
- Coordinates closely with Technical, Operations, Purchasing, and Crewing Departments.
- Communicates with Flag Administrations, Classification Societies, auditors, and other external stakeholders regarding compliance-related matters.
- Participates in Management Review Meetings and HSQE Committee meetings.
Job Requirements:
- Degree or Diploma in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Shipping, Quality Management, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience in an HSQE, Marine, Technical, or Compliance role, preferably within a ship management company.
- Good understanding of the ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, and other relevant maritime regulations.
- Experience supporting audits, inspections, and compliance activities.
- Strong administrative, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Previous experience within a tanker, LPG, bulk carrier, container, or passenger vessel management environment.
- Familiarity with TMSA, SIRE 2.0, RightShip, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements.
- Experience with maritime ERP and management systems such as Danaos, NS5, Infoship, or similar platforms.
- Familiarity with Classification Society and Flag State requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.
- Opportunity to work within a reputable and growing ship management company.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Dynamic and collaborative working environment in modern offices in Limassol.
All CVs will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.
